North Andover (MA) Planning Board - July 21, 2026

The North Andover (MA) Planning Board meeting on July 21, 2026, primarily focused on a site plan review and special permit application for the redevelopment of the administration building at the Lawrence Municipal Airport. The project involves demolishing the existing 4,600 square foot building and constructing a new 7,000 square foot facility with associated parking improvements, including 46 parking spaces with five EV-ready spots. The board discussed stormwater management, landscaping waivers due to FAA regulations, utility upgrades, and operational considerations such as lighting and tenant use, including a restaurant and office space. The project is planned to be put out to bid by early September with an 18-month construction timeline. Additionally, the board reviewed proposed zoning bylaw amendments to reconcile discrepancies between zoning text and use tables, focusing on residential uses, definitions, and permitted uses to improve clarity and consistency. Updates on housing unit summaries and affordable housing developments, including 40B projects, were also discussed, highlighting the town's progress toward affordable housing goals and the impact of upcoming census data on housing targets.